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ICF is seeking an On-Call Environmental Health Scientist to work in our Health Science Practice to support our dynamic growth and expanding client base. This group of 100+ science professionals provide toxicology, hazard assessment, epidemiology, risk assessment, exposure assessment, environmental modeling, and related support that addresses the full spectrum of potentially hazardous agents, including chemicals and microbes. We specialize in identifying, quantifying, and documenting the effects of environmental pollutants, such as metals, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds, on human health and the environment.

The On-Call Environmental Health Scientist's project work will support federal agencies (such as U.S. EPA and NIEHS), state agencies, and private sector clients in developing reports that assess the human health impacts of pollutants. Specific activities include qualitative literature review activities, support for scientific meetings, and project management. The On-Call Environmental Health Scientist will contribute to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services, typically working on multiple projects with all levels of staff; they have the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, and interact with experts and clients in the field, while building content knowledge and consulting skills.

The position can be located remotely, although preference is for a candidate to be located in either Reston, VA, or Durham, NC.

This on-call, part-time position will work based on project needs.

As an On-Call Environmental Health Scientist, you will:

• Work on a diverse team that specializes inidentifying and quantifying the effects of environmental pollutants, such as metals, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds, on human health and the environment.
• Reviewscientific and peer-reviewed literature to researcha broad variety of scientific topics in environmental risk assessment, synthesize findings,and communicate them through various formats and media (e.g., written reports, online websites, visualizations).
• Use a variety of data management and visualization tools to maintain rigorous databases and use them to create engaging end-product visualizations and dashboards.
• Conduct study data extraction using electronic systematic review procedures and tools.
• Conduct data and statistical analysis involving Excel, Access, R, SAS, Python, SQL, VBA, and/or other software.
• Participate in and supportscientific workshop activities includingnotetaking, developing workshop summary reports, and other event logistics.
• Follow and implement standardized QA/QC procedures on documents and reports.
• Please note: This position does not involve hands-on laboratory or field work.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Toxicology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related subject.
• Minimum 2 years experience with environmental science systematic reviews, conducting data extraction and data entry, and managing references and citations for technical reports.

Professional Skills You Will Use:

• The ability to interact with and present project updates to clients and develop quality professional relationships.
• Strong data-science skills including experience managing and visualizing large datasets.
• Exceptional research and scientific writing skills, including editing, using reference management software (e.g. EndNote), and proofreading skills.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and visualization skills.Experience with environmental science systematic reviews is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including experience with developing and delivering presentations.
• The ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work in groups, individually, and virtually under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Working at ICF

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: